PhD Chemistry at University of North Texas

Programme overview

The PhD in chemistry is a research doctorate in the Department of Chemistry, whose faculty work across analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry, with strengths in computational, materials and forensic chemistry. Students may complete a concentration in one of the traditional areas or in chemistry education.

What you will study

Entrants with a bachelor's degree complete at least 72 hours, including at least 18 hours of formal lecture courses above proficiency level with core courses in two of six traditional areas of chemistry, a qualifying examination sequence (CHEM 6010), admission to candidacy and a dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Department of Chemistry (graduate programs): minimum 3.00 GPA for all previous degrees; at least a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field; relevant coursework in analytical, inorganic, physical, organic, chemical biology and/or computational chemistry. Statement of purpose (maximum 2 pages), CV, transcripts and letters of recommendation (at least two from faculty in chemistry or related fields). GRE not required. Deadlines: fall priority December 1, final February 1; spring priority September 1, final November 1; no summer entry.

Requirements published at program group level.

Intake: Fall (Spring on a case-by-case basis)

Duration: Minimum 72 hours of coursework for students entering with only a bachelor's degree

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.unt.edu/

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